If you own a breed which demands a ton of exercises then you know the struggle which we are all facing whenever our four-legged friends look us with those sad eyes. You put on the leash and go out to do the same thing, either throw a ball or a frisbee or whatever else your dog loves to go after. Although these exercises are good and will probably satisfy the needs of your dog to run, it won’t really satisfy their needs to explore and to see new things. Dogs have such a need just as we do. If you’ve ever taken your dog to the mountain or any new place for that matter, you know how happy they are and just how exuberant they are when they feel something new, or catch a scent they don’t know. I for one have a Beagle, which we often take to a lake which is quite close to our home. We went there for a couple of days last Summer and the dog didn’t stop running the whole time. He was exhausted by the end of the day and slept like he was shot. Once the next day came, the dog was ready to go out and run like crazy for another 14 hours until the sun sets down again.

Once we had to head home, he got into the car and went to sleep. Two days later he seemed depressed like never before and I totally get where this came from. He had a fantastic time doing what he loves – exploring and smelling new things and we took this away from him at the end. For a number of reasons we couldn’t stay longer and I honestly felt bad for not providing him with such exercise more often. That’s why I pledged to my girlfriend that we’ll take him hiking at least once a month in the months that allow it. Beagles are notoriously energetic and there are just a few other breeds that have such amounts of energy and this is actually one of the requirements for a dog to be a good hiking companion.

I thought that Beagles are good for hiking, because my beagle Harvey is really well trained and would never run away from me. He’s actually a bit scared to leave my sight and almost never does it. I never thought that every Beagle is like that, but I really had a good opinion about combining beagles and hiking. As it turns out they aren’t that popular in the hiking communities throughout the world and there’s a list of breeds good for hiking and if you look at this list, you’ll see that there are only dogs with medium to high energy levels. From Jack Russell Terriers to Border Collies all of the dogs are really energetic, but the thing that separates them from my beagle for example is that all of these breeds are known to be really obedient and easily trained. Well may be except the Weims, we all know that Weimaraners aren’t really the easiest to train. Anyway, hiking is a fantastic cardiovascular exercise which in most cases is better than jogging and burns more calories. There’s also a good article on livestrong.com about losing weight while hiking, so I really believe that you’re better off taking your dog on a hiking trip, rather than going to the same boring park and throwing a ball to your dog. The fact is that you’re both going to benefit from it and it’s not far fetched to say that while you’re exercising your dog, you’ll also exercise yourself and you’ll both feel much more alive. Imagine that taking your dog to the park is basically going to your 9 to 5 job over and over again. Now put yourself in the dogs position and think, would you rather go to the same old boring place, or would you prefer to see a place you’ve never been before.

That’s what I thought, so go out there and start hiking with your dog. Unless it’s an english bulldog, but then again, what kind of owner of an english bulldog would be interested in dog exercises.

The Bulldog is a very special dog, squat, powerful and massive, short-legged, with great astonishment head relative to its size. The skull shows very pronounced wrinkles; the muzzle is short and crushed. The eyes are round, medium size, located low on the skull and rather wide apart, very dark (almost black). The ears are small, shaped like a rose. Teething is significantly undershot with the mandible which is more advanced than the jaw.
Coat: short, fine and smooth.
Color: the most desirable are red brindle, brindle, beige, pure white, red and variegated. It is essential to avoid fire black and liver.
Size: 30 to 40 cm
Weight: about 25 kg for males and 22.7 for females

Origins and history

He just fighting dogs used in the Middle Ages against the Bulls (hence the name “bull” in English means bull). This is the result of a selection which aimed to create a dog with a powerful bite, very fierce and courageous, insensitive to pain: this unhealthy selection, which sought to produce only “war machines”, was about point completely destroy the race that had become unmanageable due to his excessive ferocity. Thus, the Bulldog was nearly shut down until a group of farmers is interested and began working on his character by removing all traces of aggressiveness. Today the Bulldog is a very friendly pet dog, sweet and quite balanced.
Character and abilities
Out of a painful past, the Bulldog is now a very loving dog, happy living player. It is a perfect companion for children and the elderly, particularly because it does not need lots of exercise and adapts well to a sedentary life. This is however not a “trinket” because he can accompany his master without problems in long walks, when the heat is not too intense. It finds his old aggression that when someone threatens his master or, even more, his children: he is ready to give his life for them. It can become truly formidable, despite its small size, because it still has a steel outlet and is almost insensitive to pain.

health

It is very heat sensitive because of its short muzzle and crushed: the summer, it should not come out when it’s too hot and should never be left in a hot car (even for a short time). His eyes are very delicate but just monitor and clean regularly to prevent irritation.
Average life expectancy: about 9 years

Living

Always and only within, where he shows quiet and very clean. The only problem is that drool a lot and need to clean it often enough mouth.
Information and tips
He loves his master and should remain as much as possible in his company. This is a dog that is suitable for sedentary or who have an intellectual activity because he loves to lie at the feet of his master while reading or writing, seeming too immersed in deep “meditations”.

The Labrador Retriever is a strong and sturdy dog, very heavy. The head should be proportionate to the size of the body, well modeled, dry, with somewhat fleshy cheeks. The skull is wide, with a well defined stop. The eyes are dark brown or hazel, of medium size, with a good, intelligent expression. Ears should not be large or heavy: they are worn hanging close to the head and tied a little behind. The thorax is ample and well let down, well-sprung ribs (barrel). The back line should be straight from withers to rump. The tail is a characteristic of the breed: very large at the base, it tapers towards the end. She shows no fringe, but is covered with short hair, thick and provided that gives it the appearance of a “otter tail”. Members must have good bone structure and be straight.
Coat: Short, supplied without fringe, rather rough. The undercoat is dense and weatherproof.
Color: the only permissible colors are yellow, black or brown (called chocolate).
Height: 57 cm maximum for males and 55 cm maximum for the female
Weight: approximately 30 kg

Origins and history

The origin of the Labrador Retriever has much in common with that of Newfoundland and it is rather difficult to distinguish the two original forms. In many texts of the nineteenth century, without distinction uses the terms “Newfoundland” and “Labrador” to evoke water dogs the Canadian coast. The ancestor of the Labrador seems to be the “St John Dog”, a smaller version of Newfoundland that has developed in Canada at about the same time as this dog. The Cão de Castro Laboreiro has probably also contributed to the Labrador training. The race was then much widespread in Britain and this country who got fatherhood.

Character and abilities

This is one of the friendliest dogs, happiest and most playful in the world. While this is an excellent worker, he does not think that actually is work and wants to just have fun and be happy (that’s why the best training system has to go through the game). The Labrador Retriever is absolutely safe for children old enough but it can be “dangerous” for children because of his great strength he did not even realize: it might, for example, hurt them by making their festival . Like all Retrievers is a tireless worker, very soft and very easy to train, but he has known for some time a huge success as a pet.

health

When he is very young Labrador Retriever should not do too much exercise (eg, do not make it up the stairs); once it has grown, it is a dog with an iron health. All we have said for other Labrador Retrievers applies: thus, when it comes out of the water, it must dry the base of its tail.
Average life expectancy: about 13 years

Living

Theoretically, it can also live in an apartment, but when he is young … you have to see if the apartment can resist it! As an adult, he became “a little” more tranquil but his unbridled joy of life (which is also contagious as the Labrador can be a very good antidepressant) is rather tip the balance toward a plant in the garden.

Information and tips

The fact that this is a very sweet and very nice dog does not automatically mean it is suitable for everyone. Before buying a puppy, so you have the most information possible about the breed.

Origins and history

Itdescends from theformer “Bullenbeisser” (catcher bulls), and in particular thebullsDogBrabant, a type of Bullenbeisserlessstockyand more flexible.Thecurrent typeof topicsin exhibitionssince the endof last century.

Characterand abilities

This is one ofthe most balancedfighting dogsand havingthe bestcharacter.The Boxer isverygentle with childrenandlove them so muchthat we couldaward himthe prize for“bestbabysitteron all foursin the world.” He is gay, playful and friendly witheveryone,unless someonewantsto his masteror his property. In this case, it becomes a terribleopponent.It is noteasy to trainfor a layman, but it gives wonderful resultsif itis entrusted toexpert hands.However, even ifit is notprepared, it spontaneouslyfillsthegatekeeper functionand advocate, especially for children. It remainssociable andevenoldplayer one.

health

Like all dogs, the Boxer can haverespiratory problemsin the event ofexcessive heat.

Average life expectancy: 10 years

Living

The Boxercan livein a garden, even during the winter,it has asuitableshelter,but he prefers tolive insidewithhis teachersbecause of itsextremelysociable character. Itshould never beleft in a carin direct sunlightorin a gardenwithout the opportunityto getin the shade.In one house,he does not losehis hairbut hedroolsa little.

Information and tips

As it is avery commondog, we can find puppies.Simply, itis not alwaysselected topicscorrectly.So it isalways advisable tocontact agoodbreedingbecauseunselecteddogsmight nothave thewonderful characterof which we spoke. If you considerthe fact thatdroolin the house isvery annoying, you should choose a femalebecause shedroollessthan the male. Keep following this blog for more dog breed reviews and lots of curious information. Let us know if you have any tips or suggestions how to improve our work and give you a better reading experience.

Varieties: a) black and tan; b) brown and tan
The Dobermann is a medium sized dog, strong and muscular, with elegant lines and the proud and noble port. The head is shaped elongated, blunt wedge. The Crane-face lines are parallel, the stop is light, the deep and wide muzzle. The eyes are of medium size and oval shaped. The ears, usually cut, set high and carried erect (in those whose ears are not cut, they fall back on the sides of the head with well bonded edges cheeks). Back short and strong. The members are straight and plumb. The tail is shortened to the second vertebra.Coat: short, very adherent and smooth.Color: black and tan or brown and tan, depending on variety. Blue is not higher because this variety was carrying genetic defects.Size: 68-72 cm for males and 63 to 68 cm for femalesWeight: 40-45 kg for males and 32-35 kg for females

Origins and history

The breed originated between 1850 and 1870 in Apolda, Thuringia, through a tax collector, Frédéric Louis Dobermann, who wanted a defense dog completely different from those before. Then, his work was continued by other breeders, who introduced other races on the identity of which there is controversy: we speak Pinscher, of Weimaraner, Rottweiler and maybe some Terriers. The contribution of the Beauceron was probably very important since we can still see clearly his mark on the physical aspect of Dobermann.

Character and abilities

This is one of the sweetest dogs and more sensitive to the world: he literally loves his master, with whom he “must” live in close contact. A lot of nonsense is said about the Dobermann: the best known is the one that claimed that these dogs “went crazy” at the age of seven years due to the narrowing of the cranial cavity (it’s one of the greatest nonsense, of scientific point of view, that we have ever heard in canine … and yet we hear!). Fortunately today, the Dobermann was rehabilitated and all you hear very rarely talk about dogs going crazy or “indomitable ferocity.” This dog is very gentle and safe for children (provided to be left alone!) he keeps a nature reserve vis-à-vis foreign which is typical for fighting dogs. A balanced subject will never aggressive without cause and will be a wonderful companion dog who lives for his master.

Health

He is suffering from cold and moisture.Average life expectancy: about 12 years

Living

The Dobermann should be considered as a lap dog because he is suffering from cold and has a vital need for human companionship. Indeed, it is a defense dog and not an area warden or property, although it can of course properly perform this function.

Information and tips

Only unselected subjects from hazardous couplings can show nervous and sometimes biting. It is therefore essential to buy a puppy in a good breeding which selects the beauty as well as the character of dogs. Otherwise you may end up with a dog that will want you for dinner after a few years or so and that is highly undesirable.

I noticed thatmany peopleasked the question: how to washhis dogproperly and effectively? I understand that forsome of youthis maybe a difficult timeto washthe dog, especially when your petis not veryfamiliarwith the water.

Here are some tipsto help youbatheyour dog, sothis isa good time, not a showdown.

how to washhischienPréparerequipmentto washhis dog

The firststep is tobring asuit.You can notgo to warwithout yourcombat gear. This may seema bit exaggerated,but itstill appliesin everyday life, even when it comes to washinghis dog.

Be sure toget it right, especially if you wash yourdog insideyour home.It is important toprepare twobath mat,the firstplacein the tubso your dogdoes not slipand breaka legand the secondoutof the bath.

If youdo not have aremovableshower head, you can prepare asmall sealif your dogis largeor cupif your dog issmall.This is whatyou will use topour wateron your pet.

Protect hisears and eyesto prevent wateranddog shampoofrom entering.

How to washyour dogin the bath?

Before puttingyour dogin the tub, make sure to brush itto avoid knots. Sometimesthe nodesmay worsenby wettingthe coatand applying thedog shampooor conditioner, so it is important for youto brushhis hairbeforewet.

Ifyou do not knowhow to brusha dog,here’s an articleon “Howto brushyour dogwithfurminatorbrush“.

You are nowready to putin the bathtub.wear yourdogand place itin the bath.Pour waterover his headbefore proceeding topour wateron his body.Be sure toavoid the eyesand nose.If yourdog movesenergeticallysaidsoftly, “not move”. If the dog struggles and is trying to resist your attempts to give it a bath, then this may create quite a bit of a mess afterwards. Some dogs even remember to take revenge and they go to the toilet on the carpet or sofa, just to get back at you. In those cases, you might fall in need of a professional cleaning company to help you sort things out. Usually there are a lot of these available so you do not have to search long and hard to find one.

Applypreferablya naturaldog shampoo. (Do notuse humanshampooor chemical), it is for this reasonthat there are naturaldog shampooswith essentialoils.

Make sureto rinseyour dog.After makingthe flush, you can now get him outof the tub.You can leaveyour dogdry in the sun, however, if there is no sun, you can simply wipe witha dry towel, or you can usea hair dryer.

Important Note:Do notfan orradiatorsetyourhotbathor high temperature(bad for the heart …) andavoid puttingtoo close to yourdoghairdryer.

It’s best todry yourdog tothe towel toavoidburns.Finally,do not letyour doggetout,until it iscompletely dry, especially if it’s cold. In summer, you can enjoy the warmthforwateringthe pipe, it will be clean andfresh!

German Shorthaired Pointer

Kurzhaar German History and Braque dog would be derived from the common root of all retrievers, the dog Oysel, later called ” est Dog ”, used for hunting birds and nets for hawking. These pointers reached the German princely courts via France, Spain and Flanders. Contributions of foreign blood by crosses with Spanish Shorthaired Pointers, Pointers and the Italian Hounds took place. The current model exists from 1880. In France, the club of the breed was established in 1958. It is the most famous German Shorthaired Pointers and retriever most used in the world. Education Strong, tough, strong, fast, it’s a cross galloper who does not fear the cold, and hunting on any terrain. Hunting dog par excellence, primarily retriever. Its primary purpose is the pen plain or wood. It can be used for research in the blood of wounded game. Brimming with enthusiasm but balanced and obedient, it has character and can be stubborn. Attached to his master, adoring children, it is a pleasant companion. It keeps well, but it is not aggressive. It must receive a strong education. Tips It adapts to city life but needs space and exercise. Long daily trips are necessary. Regular brushing. Monitor ears. Using Hound. Pet dog. Description (1995) Head: Lean, well defined, neither too light nor too heavy. Rather broad skull, slightly domed. Moderately defined stop. Chamfer slightly convex. Muzzle long, wide, thick and powerful. Truffle brown or flesh in dogs with white dress. Powerful jaws. Adjusted lips well pigmented. Ears: Set high, of medium length, rounded at the tip, fall without turning, flat, along the sides of the head. Eyes: Medium size, dark brown. Body: Slightly elongated. Muscular neck without dewlap. Marked withers. Higher than broad chest. Well sprung ribs. Kidney short, broad, muscular. Members: Muscular, strong bone. Rounded feet. Finger tight. Strong pads. Tail: Set high, strong at the base, tapering gradually. Docked by about half for hunting. At rest, it is pending. In action, it is carried horizontally. Hair: Short (kurzhaar = pile), tight, dry, hard to the touch. Colour: Brown, unmarked. Brown with small white marks or flecks on the chest and limbs. Dark brown roan with brown head, brown patches or specks (inconspicuous dress appreciated hunting). Light brown roan with brown head, brown patches or specks or without plates. White with brown head markings, brown patches or specks. Black, with the same shades in the color or roan. Tan markings are permissible. A list or a white ball with speckled lips are allowed. Size: Male: from 62 to 66 cm. Female: from 58 to 63 cm. Weight: 25 to 32 kg.

Braque Hungarian

HUNGARIAN BRAQUE Other names: Vizsla (shorthaired, wirehaired) Country of origin: Hungary History There are two varieties: variety haired (rövidszöru) the oldest. Among his ancestors we count the Hungarian Hound, yellow dog Turks, the Saluki. The first specimens of the current conformation appeared early in the eighteenth century. Other hunting dogs provided a blood supply as the German Braque. She was recognized by the FCI in 1938. The variety haired (Drotszoru). It dates back to the 30. It would have crossed the short-haired Pointer German Wirehaired Pointer with. It also cites among his ancestors, the Weimaraner, the retriever of Transylvania. This variety is very rare in France. Crosses between these two varieties are prohibited. Lively temperament Education, with a great adaptability and excellent nose is enjoyed on difficult terrain. He does not fear the heat. His quest is not extensive, driving to his master, the stop is net, it pays well and is a good swimmer. The short-haired variety, having a faster gallop, will be preferred in the plains. The variety haired, good for small game including woodcock is worth looking at the large blood wounded game. Balanced, it is very comfortable in a family. His education will be firm but gently. Tips It needs space and exercise. Regular brushing. Monitor ears. Using Hound. Pet dog. Description (1983) Head: Dry, noble. Moderately broad skull, slightly domed. Moderate stop. Chamfer law. Wide muzzle. Well-developed nose. Not hanging lips, brown. Ears: Medium length, falling flat against the cheeks. Eyes: Slightly oval, color, preferably darker, in harmony with that of the dress. Eye brown. Body: Slightly elongated but powerful. Neck medium length, well muscled, slightly arched, without dewlap. Accused withers. Moderately broad chest, deep. Ribs moderately sprung. Rein supported. Members: Long, muscular, strong bone. Feet slightly oval. Strong fingers tight. Slate gray pads. Tail: a little low, medium strong. End slightly curved upwards. Docked usually a quarter. In the variety haired, shortened by one third. Coat: Short, dense, straight, harsh. Ras and silky ears. Chin beard. Short and dry on the head. Thick and hard eyebrows. On the neck and trunk haired, dense, 2 to 4 cm long. Dense undercoat. More about the posterior edge of the members. Dense and thick tail. Dress: Color of the small cooked bread or different shades of fawn colored sand. Tiny white spots on chest and feet, marks dotted, are not defects. Size: Shorthair male from 56 to 61 cm. Female 52 to 57 cm. Hard male hair 58 to 62 cm. Female 54 to 58 cm. Weight: Short hair from 22 to 30 kg. Haired 25 to 32 cm. Group: Retrievers

Physical characteristics of the Golden Retriever

The general appearance of the Golden Retriever should be symmetrical, balanced, active, powerful, well aligned in its looks. The expression is of a thoughtful and friendly dog. The head is proportionate and well balanced. The skull is broad but not coarse. The muzzle is strong, broad and deep, with a length equal to that of the skull, with a well defined stop. The eyes should be dark brown, set well apart, with edges of dark eyelids. Ears of moderate size, are attached to approximately eye level. The legs are straight and have good bone, well positioned in the trunk. The tail is set and carried to the height of the back: it comes down to the hock, never bend at the end.
Coat: Flat or wavy with beautiful fringes. Thick and waterproof undercoat.
Color: all shades ranging from gold to cream are allowed, but not red or mahogany.
Size: 56-61 cm for males and 51 to 56 cm for females
Weight: approximately 30 kg

Origins and history

The recognition of the breed is fairly recent, in 1931, but virtually nothing is known of its history. We do not know about that as legends: the most famous tells that in 1858 Lord Tweedmouth bought a Caucasian Shepherds couple in bright dress he had seen work in a circus. At each of their reach, he would have kept the puppies “golden” (gold) to fix the recessive character of the dress. Another theory is that the breed originated from a cross between a Bloodhound (Bloodhound) color sand and water Spaniel now disappeared. Other authors also argue that the progenitor of the breed was us, a yellow dog born from a cross between the Water Spaniel and a Labrador Retriever.

Character and abilities

The Golden Retriever has a quite exceptional character - it is perfect with children, gentle and quiet with the elderly. Rugged and durable, it’s a walking companion for the young and of course a valuable aid for the hunter. It is a dog that needs to spend a lot of time with people because it has a great need for human companionship: it feels like a part of the family, that is to say, the “band” in which he lives and wants to play a full part in making himself useful and participating in all the activities. In hunting, it’s a very clever reporter, especially in water.

Health

It is a very sturdy dog. Although Golden Retriever was born for work in water and has a perfectly waterproof coat, it must be dry at the base of the tail when it comes out of the water: otherwise, it may suffer from “broken tail” (broken tail), that is to say, a painful contraction of the abductor muscles which leads the dog to wear his tail incorrectly, just as if it was broken.
Average life expectancy: about 12 years
Living – Either inside or outside.
The Golden Retriever will be happy to live in a house with garden but he knows to settle for apartment life if it came out very often.
Information and tips
“Golden” does not mean “dog in gold dress,” but “gold dog”, “golden rapporteur” in the metaphorical sense. Furthermore, all Golden lack a golden robe, but they are often cream (which is also very beautiful) …

Choosewater bowlsandfood made from stainless steel orceramicwithaweightedbottom. Plastic bowlswill probably endchewed,teeth marksandbecomeabreeding ground for bacteria. A heavybowlwill also be moredifficult to flip aroundbyaccident(foryou and yourdog).

If your doghas long earsthat cansoak them into its foodand water, consider a narrowbowl, to keep it cleanand dry as much as possible.

Something to chew on

Dogslove to chew, anda puppytries tocheweverythingit finds.So if youwant to protect yoursocks,your shoes andyour couchbuychew toysforyour puppy to test itsteethon.Just make surethey are notpoisonous,they are durableandnot too hardfor the teethof the puppy.You can alsodealwith the “chew” of Pedigree®specifically designedfor small dogs.

Toys

There is anincredible selection ofdog toys-go to yourlocal pet storeor on the Internet: You can find rings, balls, ropes and stringsto pull.All aredesigned to make youreducation sessionsorgamesmore fun-for you andyour dog.

Brushing kit

For yourpuppy, brushing is not only tounravelherhair andmake it beautifulforitis an experience thatreminds him of hismother.Visityour local pet storeand get acomb or brushand allowabrushing sessionper day.Different dressesrequire differentbrushes-seek advice from thesellerof the animal, the breederofyour puppyor otherowners whohave adog like yours.

You will alsoneed to cutthe clawsofyour dog andgivehim a bathfrom time to time- soyou can buya pair ofclaws andadog shampoo.

Use a crate

Youmay have purchaseda carrying caseto take yourpuppy home. And as long asthe box islarge enough foryour puppyto lay downcomfortably, it is also perfectfor use onceinside the house.Thedogs hategoing to the toiletin their ownbed, so a box isa good exercise forthe toiletduringthe first few weekswhen your puppydevelopshis newroutine.You can alsouse it totakethedriveto discovernew soundsand new places. At night, lie your puppy inhis crate, andasyougo outat regular intervals, it does not get dirtyfloors.

A comfortable place

Toaccommodate yourpuppy, install a basketin aventilated room, away from aircurrentsand easy to clean. For examplein the living roomor kitchen.

Youwant to give yourdogthe most suitable food for it in ordertoprovide it withahealthydiet?Butyou hearmanydifferent opinions, and you do notknow what to choose: home orindustrial, dry or wet, what qualityfood is all about and how to differentiate between different standards? Here, you will find quite a few handy advices what types of food are out there and which ones are seemingly the best.

The different types offood

There are several waysto feedyour pet.Specifically,we classifythe types of foodsinto three categories:

Crackers: industrialdryfood, mostcurrently used.

Themashorpelletsin boxes: Industrialwet food, also very popular.

The “housewife ration“: a cookedevery dayat homeeating.

The“BARF” of feedingdogsrawmeat andbones,withoutgrain is one way some people surely prefer.Not recommendedbecause it issovery difficult tomeet the nutritional needsof the dogincludingminerals, micro-nutrients deficiency, vitamins and fatty acidsand others.

In the case ofa readyindustrial food, such as boxesorcroquettes,there are several levelsofquality:

Very good food, so-called “health” or “premium” that will be tailoredto each dogbased on itsbreed, age, level of activity.You findthese foodsfrom your vetor in pet specialised shops.

Standardfoods youfindinthe supermarket.

Householdfoodorindustrial food?Domesticsupply (ie homemade)

Thedomesticsupplyis interesting and most certainly beneficial ifit is preparedin a balanced way. Its main advantage isthe use of freshingredients.It mustbemade​​ofmeats,cereals,vegetablesplusoil, oftheyeastandadded vitaminsand minerals. Dogs have been known to eat whatever meals humans do, for the most part anyway. Generally speaking, if it smells of meat then it must be tasty and the dog will be all over it.

The main drawbackis the difficultytopreparea healthy, balancedmeals, andthat every day. This requiresknowledge ofcanine nutritionanddieteticsfairly extensive. Mustbe thoroughly familiar withthe details ofyour dog’s needs, which vary by race,age,activity leveland then weigheach ingredient. That is to say if you absolutely are aiming towards crafting the super diet and want to make sure your pet gets positively the best of the best.

Thedomesticsupply and thusgenerates significantconstraints, first of all in terms of costfora balanced dietcontainsexpensive ingredients(fresh meat, vegetables).Thenit takestime toprepare theration, the shelf lifeis short (2 or 3 days in the refrigerator). Finally, dietary resultis average,especially sincethe dogwill tendto sort andeat onlywhat he prefersaccentuatingthedietary imbalance. These are the kind of things you need to be mindful of while considering cooking dog food domestically. At the end of the day, dog will eat what it wants, may even resort to sort things out from what you give it, leaving out valuable nutritional components.

Recommendation of theveterinarian: Attention to the diet“old“, iea soupmade ​​with rice, pieces of meatanimals (very oily) andtable scraps! This type ofdiet is veryunbalanced andleads to significantdeficiencies,harmful tothe health of theanimal.Standards delivered byany commercial feedis preferable to the random nature and potential deadliness of the old habits of feeding dogs.

Industrial food

Industrialdog foodiseasy to prepareand above all, itis alwaysbalanced. At the bare minimum you can expect that it covers most of the bases when it comes to nutrition and is a good all-rounder despite age, activity and other variants. If you takea food“standard”, your dog will receivenutrients(proteins,carbohydrates and fats)in sufficient quantities,butno guaranteethe originand qualityof these nutrients.Premiumfoodsare themselvesmade ​​frompremium ingredientswith a nutritionallevel andhigherdigestibility.Processed foodsare developed byexperts incaninenutrition.These foods containall nutrientsinoptimal proportions, itisnot necessaryto addvitamins, minerals or any other ingredientorsupplements.

Recommendation of theveterinarian:It is advisable togive your dogcroquettesat a youngage.The food industryispositively abundant of these types of food so do notvary themeal by addingtable scrapsorhomemade meal. To please and treat itfrom time to time, think of dog treats(biscuits,chewing bones) whichwill be given in-between meals, as areward.

The choice ofquality

Processed foodsare available in twoquality levels (“standard” or“premium“) and in two forms,dry food(kibble) orwet food(boxes).

‘Standard’ foods

These are the foodsavailablein supermarkets. We’re now startingtofindfoodforpuppiestoseniordogs,but overall, these foods are notsegmentedaccording to the needsof each dog.

Theprice differencebetweenthe different rangescan be explainedby the difference inquality of the ingredientsthat make up eachtype of food.Theare very differentqualityand origin ofmeat used, the standard foods are generallymuch fatter, so the dogsaresometimesmorepalatable. They are also muchless digestible, the amount to be consumed tothe samenutritional valueis higherthana standardpremiumfoodfood.

Theirmain advantage of these sorts of foods is that they are generally cheaper.But be careful becauseit doesnot comparetheprice of a bagof kibblebutthe daily cost. Fora bag ofpremiumdry foodlasts longer than astandard bag ofkibblethat shouldgive largeramountsto the dog. The difference in qualityisimmediately apparentonthe fecesof the animal andparticularlypuppies thattend to havediarrhea,itis very rarewith apremiumfood.

‘Premium’ foods

These are the foodsof “health” found in specializedcircuits (pet shops, garden centers, veterinary clinics and others) that are of higherquality and abovewhichare segmentedaccording to the sizesofraces, ages orphysiological needsindividuals.Depending on the needsof your dog,there isa foodwhich isadapted. You can findfoodforpuppy, adult dog withnormal activity, increased ordecreased activity,small, mediumorlarge breed, and for older dogsordogswith a tendency tobe overweight.

There are healthy foods that are perfectly balanced. Check out a few:

Completeproteins,lipids,carbohydrates, fiber,minerals,trace elements.

Balanced: for a puppygrowingratesofprotein and fatshouldbe higher thanfor adults, as well, calcium and phosphorusneeded to build and reinforce the skeletonmust be present,but not too muchto avoidunrestgrowth.

A puppyeatslarge amounts offood relative toits weight,with foodof a higher qualityandmoredigestible, it will take lessaccustomed to“stuff.

Inadult dogs, the difference is found veryquicklyjust by looking at the animalfaeces. They are lessfrequent,molded, size andsmellismuch lesswith apremiumfood.

Boxes orcroquettes,what to choose?

It is known that a puppy will easily get used to a kind of eating pattern and may even go as far as to refuse to change its particular diet even if required to.It is therefore necessaryat the outsetto makethe right choice straight off the bat.

Mashcanned

Themashisvery palatable, it’s a realtreat,sothepuppyeats more and does so enjoying it heavily.However, ithas a numberof drawbacks.

Overall, we are hoping to have convinced you, it makes a lot of sense to keep dog’s specific requirements in mind when choosing its food. There are a number of reasonable considerations to weight up – price, quality, age and physical activity of the dog and wet or dry and of food. It is not always easy to determine the best course of action but if you hold your dog near and dear, you are expected to go that extra mile for its own sake.